Body Info Tools

Rate of Perceived Exertion Table

When doing your cardio, gauge your intensity using the Rate of Perceived Exertion:

RPE 1-2:

Very easy; you can converse with no effort

RPE 3:

Easy; you can converse with almost no effort

RPE 4:

Moderately easy; you can converse comfortably with little effort

RPE 5:

Moderate; conversation requires some effort

RPE 6:

Moderately hard; conversation requires quite a bit of effort

RPE 7:

Difficult; conversation requires a lot of effort

RPE 8:

Very difficult; conversation requires maximum effort

RPE 9-10:

Peak effort; no-talking zone

Waste to Hip Ratio Explanation

Calculating your waist to hip ratio (WHR) is a simple measure to determine if you fall within a healthy weight range. WHR is a good indicator of body shape for men and women. A high WHR (greater than 0,85 for women and greater than 1,0 for men) indicates an apple- or barrel-shaped figure, with a non-existent waistline and a higher risk for heart disease. (Waist circumference for women should not exceed 88 cm; and 102 cm for men.) 

BMI(Body Mass Index) Explanation

The easiest way to determine whether you're overweight or not, is to determine your Body Mass Index. Your BMI will indicate whether you are carrying too much weight for your frame.

A BMI that falls within the 18.5 - 25 range is considered normal.

A BMI of less than 18.5 is considered underweight, while a BMI of 25 - 29.9 is considered overweight. A BMI of 30+ is considered obese.

Please note that the BMI ranges are calculated using averages. If any of the following circumstances apply to you, then your BMI reading may not be a true reflection of your healthy weight range:

• You are under 18 years of age
• You are pregnant or breastfeeding
• You are a competitive athlete or a body builder
• You are convalescent or elderly